Possible Shipping Delays

Hi there,

It's been a hectic few days, but hopefully things will be back to semi normal next week and I'll have some fresh posts for you.

I just stopped by because I saw an important message from Stampin' Up! warning of possible shipping delays because of the release of the "last chance" retirement list, June Specials and new catalog Pre-order for demonstrators. If you place orders, please allow extra time for delivery.

Isn't this a fabulous problem to have in the current economy?

Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Enjoy a fabulous weekend!

Luck Of The Irish

Does this card remind you of Ireland?

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No Posts For A Few Days

Hi there,

It's garage sale week this week at our house and so please forgive me if I don't have time to post for a few days.

June 1st is the big day for the retirement list to be launched, so be sure to check back and I'll keep you updated on the latest and greatest news. There's going to be up to 50% off some retiring sets too - I think, no official news on that, but I heard it on the grape vine.

By the way, if you live locally, why not pop in to visit my garage sale, of course I'll have some retired Stampin' Up! and hand made items for sale.

Brand New June 2009 Promotion

Dates: June 1-30, 2009

Promotion Details:

The Summer Fun Hostess Bonus Promotion has two parts:

Hostesses who hold a $250-$399.99 workshop will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Hostesses who hold a $400 or more workshop will receive an additional $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Things to Remember:

Customer, Online, and workshop order types qualify for this promotion.

Hostesses may use their additional hostess free merchandise on any regular catalog or mini catalog merchandise.

Order deadlines:
Tuesday, June 30, 2009; 6:50 PM (MT)

FAQs
Q: Will a hostess get $80 in hostess free merchandise dollars for hosting an $800 workshop?
A: No. Awards amounts do not increase above the $400 workshop mark.

Q: Will customers who purchase the qualifying hostess amounts in the Online Store also receive additional hostess free merchandise dollars?
A: Yes. Customers who purchase $250-$399.99 in the Online Store will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars, and customers who purchase $400 or more in the Online Store will receive $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Q: Do the qualifying hostess amounts include tax and shipping?
A: No. Hostesses must meet the qualifying amounts before tax and shipping.

Q: Can hostesses use their additional hostess free merchandise dollars on products in the Occasions Mini Catalog?
A: Yes. Hostesses can use their additional hostess free merchandise dollars on products in any current catalogs, including the Occasions Mini Catalog and the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog.

Q: If I can't get my friends together, can I collect orders from my friends and create a book order?
A: Yes. Any time you collect orders or place orders totalling $150 your order can be placed as a hostess order and to qualify for this promotion you need just $250 to qualify for this new promotion - Remember these are net merchandise totals.

Penguin Punch

I know it's an odd time of year to post a Holiday card, but you can never start too early and I wanted to show you this, just in case anything on the card "retires" next month.

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I have to say that punches are among my favorite things to use - they have endless possibilities. You really are only limited by what you can think to do with them.

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Talking Birds

Isn't this cute? Just imagine the smile on someone's face when they open an envelope and see these cute talking birds. It makes me smile just thinking about it.

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Spring Flowers

I don't know why but this image reminds me of Beatrix Potter and Peter Rabbit.

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Cheers

What a shame you can't clearly see the dazzling diamonds that make the champagne, it just makes you want to say cheers!

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Raspberry Tart Meets Oval All

I created these note cards before I knew that there was going to be a Designer Series Paper special "Buy Three - Get One Free" for the entire month of May and I thought now was the perfect time to show them to you.Images © 1990-2009 Stampin' Up!

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One of my favorite things is that all the hard work of color coordination is already taken care of, because the colors in the paper are listed and so all you need to do is use any or all of those listed and you'll have a perfectly coordinating project to go with your fabulous Designer Series Paper and since the paper is double sided with different designs, the possibilities are amazing.

We made a box to go with these cards at stamp club last week and the ladies loved it. The part I liked best was the look of astonishment when they put the lids on in turn and I think each of them said "it fits" with a little grin and a look of surprise - it was a fabulous thing to see.

Thank you ladies for making me smile. I'll carry that memory in my heart for many years!

Thank You Friend

As you know I rarely post cards made with anything other than Stampin' Up! items, but when a dear friend takes the time to make a card as beautiful as this for me, I just have to share it. I could actually hear my daughter take in air when she saw this.

Dianne doesn't leave any detail out, even the inside is created with such care and thought.

Aren't I lucky to have someone who cares enough to do this for me?

Flower Pots

I started out making one very simple card to say Thank You to a friend, but I couldn't stop....


The picture isn't spectacular, but I think you can see that once you start making these cute cards, you just can't stop.

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I made this collection as my swaps for stamp club last week and now they've asked to make them at our next meeting. I'm super excited, since the new catalog will be out by then and I'll be able to use some delicious new stuff too.

FYI - the new catalog begins July 1st.

Simple Thanks

When someone has done something nice for you, there's no nicer way to show your appreciate them, than sending a hand made note, or better still a set of hand made notes.

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Classes By Email

Stampin' Up! posted another one of my classes today from the latest contest and so I've been getting a number of emails asking for more information about my "by mail" classes for demonstrators and just regular customers.

You can find more information by going to the side bar here and selecting "classes by mail" or by all means, please feel free to email me reeveelizabeth@hotmail.com and I'll be happy to work with you so that you too can share in these fun classes.

I have another great new class up my sleeve, but that will have to wait for the new products in the new 2009 - 2010 Idea Book, which will be launched on July 1st 2009, so stay tuned and thanks a million for all your support. As long as you keep asking for my classes, I'll keep creating them for you!

Best Ever Simply Scrappin' Class

Bright Delights Rub Ons Class

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Not Just For Valentines

Remember to get out your Valentine sets year round, there's nothing nicer than sending a "love you much" card just because you can and not because a holiday reminded you to.

I always tell my husband I'd much rather he did something like that "just because" and not because it is a special event.

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Ooops I Missed Posting

Hi there,

I have no real excuse, except that summer is coming at us fast around here - we were sorting out a huge garage sale, which may take place in the next century due to how much stuff we have still to sort through. My daughter went to her first Limo Dinner party, it was the weekend to sort out Tennis and Swim team for the coming summer months and we had a blast making home made rockets and blasting them off with the Boy Scout Troop - Oh yes and I did stamp club Friday and Saturday - do you forgive me yet for not posting?

I promise to try and make it up to you in the next few weeks.

Have a wonderful week everyone!

Any Time

This is a good card to keep on hand - the words could be used for just about any occasion.

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Top Note

The Top Note Die is so much fun, even when it is not used for a 3d project. This has die has endless uses.

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A Splash Of Color

I thought you'd enjoy seeing how a monochromatic card can be spiced up with just a splash of color and the crimped edge gives it some extra interest.

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Designer Series Paper

Don't forget our Designer Series Paper has a special offer this month only - Buy Three - Get One Free.

It took a while for me to start using our Designer Series Paper, but once I started I just couldn't stop. I love that it is double sided and that ribbon, card and accessories are all available to beautifully coordinate.

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So Many Uses

Here's a card that you could use for many different occasions.....

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You can't quite see it in the picture, but the image has been embossed.

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Baby

I haven't posted a baby card in a while.

Here's an idea - make some cards using certainly celery and barely banana, then they'll work for a boy or a girl and you'll have them on hand for that unexpected arrival.

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Favor Box

Don't you just love our beautiful new ribbon? - I probably should have posted this yesterday with the wedding cards, but this little favor would work perfectly for any occasion.

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Wedding Season

With the wedding "season" almost here, I thought you may enjoy this collection......

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Bright Delights Love Notes - Textured

I absolutely love textured card stock and our Bright Delights rub ons.

I'm almost ready to post a new class using our Bright Delights rub ons and this is fantastic timing because our textured card stock is part of our May Special - Buy Three - Get One FREE!!

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Bright Delights - Brand New Class!!!!!

I'm so excited to share this brand new class with you. I've had such a huge response from the "Best Ever" class, that I decided to go along with the "keep it simple" and inexpensive approach.



Believe it or not - you will be able to make 20 note cards and 8 scrapbook pages using just one packet of our fabulous "Bright Delights" #113887 Rub Ons - of course you'll need some note cards and or card stock, but yes, it really is that simple.



To make 20 note cards, this is all you'll need and you'll have one sheet of rub ons left over. No glue, no measuring, just fun.....

To make the 6x6 scrapbook pages - there are eight of them, all you need to add to the rub ons is eight pieces of 6x6 whisper white card stock - yes, it's that simple......

The only tools you need are:
Scissors (paper snips 103579 - $9.95)
Bone Folder (optional) 102300 - $6.95

Below you will find a number of class options:

Option A:
By Mail Class Cost:
Bright Delights Rub Ons 113887 $11.95
Note Cards 107311 $5.95
Total $17.90
S&H $6.95
Sub Total $24.95
Sales Tax 6% $1.50
Total Amount Due $26.45
Bonus – You will receive a PDF file by email containing photos of all (20) card examples –
+ Photos of 8 Scrapbook Pages 6 x 6 that can easily become 12x12 pages and there are example basic photos of those too.
No instructions are necessary – No measurements are necessary – Just place, rub and enjoy!


Option B:
Create a class with a group of 4+ friends
The cost goes down because shipping is evenly distributed:
Bright Delights Rub Ons 113887 $11.95
Note Cards 107311 $5.95
Total $17.90
S&H 10% $1.79
Sub Total $19.69
Sales Tax 6% $1.18
Total Amount Due $20.87 per person

Option C:
Create a class with a group of 8+ friends
The cost goes down further because you can divide each packet of rub ons between two guests
(You need to keep the number of friends even to split the rub ons)
Bright Delights Rub Ons 1/2 a packet $5.98
Note Cards 107311 $5.95
Total $11.93
S&H 10% $1.19
Sub Total $13.12
Sales Tax 6% $0.79
Total Amount Due $13.91 per person

Option D:
Order Bright Delights Rub Ons and Any Of Our Other Notes & Envelopes from me…
… and Receive the Photo PDF Free by email.

Scrapbookers and Demonstrators:

Option E:
Scrapbookers – You Didn’t Think I’d Forget You Did You?
Bright Delights Rub Ons 113887 $11.95
12x12 Whisper White Card Stock 106529 $7.50
(8 ½ x 11 could be substituted)
Total $19.45
S&H $6.95
Sub Total $26.40
Sales Tax 6% $1.58
Total Amount Due $27.98
Bonus – You will receive a PDF file by email containing photos of all (20) card examples –
+ Photos of 8 Scrapbook Pages 6 x 6 in their very basic form, in their stepped up form and then 7 examples of how they could become 12x12 pages (the only extra thing shown is colored card stock to make the 6x6 pages 12x12
No instructions are necessary – No measurements are necessary – Just place, rub and enjoy!

Option F:
(Fellow Demonstrators and folks who already have the Bright Delights Rub Ons, I Haven’t Forgotten You)
Do you already own Bright Delights?
Order just the PDF File by email with Full Color Photos:
Send a check to Elizabeth for $7:01
Or send payment via Paypal for $7.51

Please email me for details reeveelizabeth@hotmail.com

For making the cards, there is absolutely no advanced preparation.
For making the 6x6 scrapbook pages –
you only need to cut out eight pieces of 6x6 Whisper White Card Stock
For making the 12x12 scrapbook pages –
The only extra step is cutting out extra mats for the photos and choosing any extra embellishments you want to add

The Rub Ons Will Also Look Fabulous If You Choose To Exchange Note Cards For:
Textured Love Notes (30) 111338 $12.95
Or Any Of Our Other Notes & Envelopes Assortments On
Page 157 Stampin’ Up! Spring Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog

I love our textured card stock don’t you? How about stepping up your scrapbook pages with some coordinating textured card stock and of course there is an entire range of accessories just screaming to be used with the Bright Delights Rub Ons.